BLNR gets brushed sub bracelet

[Bxtek]

This looks great! Thank you for sharing. I'm currently on the hunt for my first Rolex which is a BLNR. I have actually already thought about how it would look with a brushed bracelet, and considered maybe doing this when I finally got it. Now, I don't have to imagine what it might look like thanks to your pics, and I'm really loving it!

If you don't mind me asking.....What did the Sub bracelet cost? How long did it take to arrive? Why do you find this bracelet more comfortable? I would think it would feel the same as the original BLNR one?

Thanks!

[Time666]

Originally Posted by Bxtek

This looks great! Thank you for sharing. I'm currently on the hunt for my first Rolex which is a BLNR. I have actually already thought about how it would look with a brushed bracelet, and considered maybe doing this when I finally got it. Now, I don't have to imagine what it might look like thanks to your pics, and I'm really loving it!

If you don't mind me asking.....What did the Sub bracelet cost? How long did it take to arrive? Why do you find this bracelet more comfortable? I would think it would feel the same as the original BLNR one?

Thanks!

I find it more comfortable as the .... glide lock allows for the perfect adjustment for me, I couldn’t find a happy medium on the standard bracelet. Delivery was 3 days and cost around £1450.

I’ve genuinely bought it to replace my battered sub bracelet having granit worktops it’s taken a beating, but for now it can rest easy on the BLNR

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by Time666

I find it more comfortable as the .... glide lock allows for the perfect adjustment for me, I couldn’t find a happy medium on the standard bracelet. Delivery was 3 days and cost around £1450.

I’ve genuinely bought it to replace my battered sub bracelet having granit worktops it’s taken a beating, but for now it can rest easy on the BLNR

Thanks very much for the info! Delivery time was pretty quick and the price is around what I thought it might be. It will be another hit to my pocketbook right after I purchase my watch, so I will need to give it some serious thought. However, your thread and pics are really showing how nice it looks! Thanks also for the 2nd set of pictures.

Thanks for the clarification on the comfort aspect. I didn't think about the glide lock and was only thinking about the bracelet links touching the skin. Makes sense to me now.

[Time666]

Cheers all, wanted to do this for a while and not that many pics out there showing the result, so wanted to share for a balanced view and if anyone else was thinking about doing it.

Here’s some more (serial no rubbed)

Glad you like it. Note you’ll see I’ve already a scratch on the first link.. 3 hrs in and not even bothered :)

New from an AD, a replacement for my very scratched up non date sub bracelet, just parking it here for a while that’s all...








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[WatchGuy1966]

Dropped mine off at the AD yesterday for them to brush those PCLs. Will pickup Monday

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by WatchGuy1966

Dropped mine off at the AD yesterday for them to brush those PCLs. Will pickup Monday

How much do they charge to brush the PCLs? This might be a more appealing option for me because of the cost. Does this void the warranty? I heard that if you send your watch in for warranty service, RSC does not like to see any modifications whatsoever?

[airpeace]

where can you get a glidelock bracelet and how much it costs?

[Time666]

Originally Posted by airpeace

where can you get a glidelock bracelet and how much it costs?

At the AD mate, it’s a replacement for my sub bracelet, I’m guessing you have to own a sub to purchase a replacement.
It will go onto my sub one day, as the Nd sub gets 70% wrist time being the most perfect watch of course..it’s getting a bit damaged and all that, but for now i thought it would look good here..

[Seibei]

Well done, Sir. Very cool.

[ancientmariner]

Really like that

[Navarino]

Looks great. Personally, I prefer keeping the PCLs on mine :-)

[faz]

Great alternative, mostly due to the glidelock option. (I am one of those few that actually like the PCLs, especially on a handsome jewel like BLNR. )

[Navarino]

Originally Posted by faz

Great alternative, mostly due to the glidelock option. (I am one of those few that actually like the PCLs, especially on a handsome jewel like BLNR. )

Couldn't agree more!

[Bxtek]

Originally Posted by faz

Great alternative, mostly due to the glidelock option. (I am one of those few that actually like the PCLs, especially on a handsome jewel like BLNR. )

The PCL's definitely look good and are not hideous to the watch that's for sure. I just prefer the complete brushed look, as I feel it goes well with the brushed lugs which are on the same "face" side. The polished sides of the case look good since they are on a different "panel" imo. It obviously all comes down to self preference. Years ago the SS Oyster bracelet never had PCL's, and I guess I just like that classic look.

The glide lock wouldn't be a primary reason for me doing this, but is definitely an additional great feature!

[Sarosh]

Originally Posted by faz

Great alternative, mostly due to the glidelock option. (I am one of those few that actually like the PCLs, especially on a handsome jewel like BLNR. )

You’re not alone Faz, I believe the PCL’s bring that watch to life. Love it!

[ipodlover77]

Originally Posted by Time666

Love my BLNR but found myself wearing my Sub ND and Hulk more due to the brushed bracelet offered more comfort. Plus fell out of love with the PCL.

So realised if I could combine the 2 best of both. Bought myself the sub gridlock bracelet and installed onto the BLNR and I think it looks pretty good. My perfect watch now.

I didn’t want to brush the original bracelet as still under warranty etc, plus I would get gridlock so an expensive option I know but I’m happy so all good.




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Did the glidelock bracelet fit the BLNR perfectly without any modifications? (or did you have to change the end links or spring bars)

[Time666]

Originally Posted by ipodlover77

Did the glidelock bracelet fit the BLNR perfectly without any modifications? (or did you have to change the end links or spring bars)

Fitted straight on using original GMT spring bars on the Sub bracelet, no other mods... Them were the days... :)

I like this look but also the hulk and BLNR using the jubilee also looks really good too, posted by others recently is very impressive.

[Dnf888]

Originally Posted by Time666

Fitted straight on using original GMT spring bars on the Sub bracelet, no other mods... Them were the days... :)



I like this look but also the hulk and BLNR using the jubilee also looks really good too, posted by others recently is very impressive.

I’m definitely gonna try this on my LN. I can use the bracelet from my hulk. Thanks for sharing, info and all.


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[benvh]

I think it looks great. I would do this for sure if I had one. Nice job!

Ben

[GT500]

Did this to my Daytona and would do it to this too. Looks great!


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[xx0505xx]

Wow looks nice. How much was it for just the bracelet? After seeing yours i’m Contemplating on picking one up myself.

[Vvvlllooo]

looks hot

[blowfish89]

Looks awesome. I do not like PCLs either. Now it just needs the cyclops to be taken off and the bezel matted :)

[darkside7]

Nice

[Cru Jones]

Very very nice.

[siempreko]

I was surprised to see how my brain is use to seeing the BLNR with PCLs. It took me a second to refocus my eyes... but, I think it looks good!


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[Rentalcarman]

Looks great. Although I like polished links, I don’t like scratches. And I always wonder how many watches/bands are really interchangeable.

[watchmework]

Lookin good, nice!

[Bladeshot]

Well done sir! I would have done the same. I have an extra glidelock for just such occasions!


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[Nikrnic]

That's how all GMTs should come from the factory

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